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Control Number: 7739152
Calling All Detectives 199 Episodes
Calling All Detectives is a fast-paced crime and mystery anthology that delivers self-contained tales of murder, robbery, fraud, and police investigation. Each episode presents a new case drawn from the gritty world of urban crime, placing listeners alongside detectives, inspectors, and law-enforcement professionals as they unravel clues, interrogate suspects, and pursue justice. With its brisk storytelling and realistic tone, the series offered suspenseful crime drama that reflected the dangers and moral challenges of mid-20th-century city life.
The Stars
As an anthology program, Calling All Detectives featured a rotating cast of seasoned radio actors who portrayed detectives, police officials, criminals, witnesses, and victims. These performers brought authenticity and urgency to the show’s investigations, using sharp dialogue and strong character work to create believable crime scenarios.
The ever-changing cast allowed the series to explore a wide range of voices and character types, keeping each episode fresh and unpredictable.
Key Dates
Broadcast Years: Late 1940s
Network: Mutual Broadcasting System
Genre: Crime, Mystery
Episode Length: Approximately 30 minutes
Other Information
Calling All Detectives emphasized procedural realism and tightly constructed plots, often focusing on logical deduction, police teamwork, and the consequences of criminal behavior. Episodes typically moved quickly from the crime itself to the investigative process, maintaining tension through interrogations, sudden revelations, and dramatic confrontations.
The series is remembered as a solid example of radio’s crime anthology format, offering listeners compact, suspense-filled stories that could be enjoyed in any order. Today, Calling All Detectives remains a satisfying listen for Old-Time Radio fans who enjoy classic police and detective dramas with a straightforward, no-nonsense approach.
This collection comes preloaded on a USB stick, allowing you to easily transfer all episodes to the device of your choice. Enjoy seamless playback a perfect blend of vintage charm and modern convenience.
Suggested Retail Price: $24.99
Mice Price: $19.49
Weight: 0.0500 pounds
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